Smoky Purple 343-7DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #5D5962, LRV 10 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Midnight from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5D5962 · 343-7DB
Smoky Purple
10%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Smoky Purple Technical Profile
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Smoky Purple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoky Purple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoySmoky Purple
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsMidnight
Midnight
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Forge
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mythic
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Legacy
Behr
Very similar
Purple Parlor
PPG
Very similar
Zuli
Vista Paint
Very similar
Muted Mulberry
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Eventide
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Space
Kilz
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoky Purple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky Purple
#5D5962
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C5F8F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoky Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky Purple Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Smoky Purple.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoky Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky Purple have?
Smoky Purple by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Smoky Purple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoky Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Purple are Midnight by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Forge by Valspar (a near-identical match), Mythic by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoky Purple's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Smoky Purple?
Smoky Purple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoky Purple's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.